JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2013 Drivers crossing the Buckman Bridge this weekend should expect delays. Two outside lanes of I-295 North will close Friday night as part of ongoing bridge improvement work.<\/p>\n
The northbound double lane closures are scheduled to begin at 10 p.m. Friday, July 24, and are expected to reopen by 4 a.m. Monday, July 27, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting.<\/p>\n
The ramp from San Jose Boulevard (State Road 13) to I-295 North will also be closed during that time. Motorists will be detoured via Old St. Augustine Road to access I-295 North. Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes if possible and plan for additional travel time.<\/p>\n
The closures are part of a larger project to replace finger joints on the Buckman Bridge over the St. Johns River in Duval County. Work also includes partial coatings and structural steel improvements.<\/p>\n
The $5.4 million contract was awarded to Cekra, Inc. Project completion is expected in fall 2026, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting.<\/p>\n
Drivers can stay informed about lane closures and roadwork by following FDOT District 2 at @MyFDOT_NEFL on X or MyFDOTNEFL on Facebook, or by visiting nflroads.com. For real-time traffic alerts, visit FL511.com or download the FL511 app.<\/p>\n
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